Chapter 68

Delaney

I paced across Ronan's room, one hand over my mouth, the other on my waist. My heart was being pulled from different sides at the thought of never speaking or seeing my dad again. It was easier said than done, and I couldn't help but ask myself...had I been so harsh on him?

The walls started to feel like they were closing in on me, so I ended up stepping on the balcony, desperate for some air. The sky was absolutely beautiful, bathed in the golden rays of the morning sun. I closed my eyes, spread my arms on either side, and drew in a long, deep breath.

"Hey there." Ronan walked out on the balcony, flashing a comforting smile at me as I exhaled. When I walked out of my room minutes earlier, away from my dad, I didn't have enough energy to walk far, so I settled for Ronan's room.

"Hi," I spoke weakly, forcing